HCL Learning enters into alliance with Resonance for launching Test preparation program ‘Xcelerate’

Dec 11, 2010

, New Delhi

‘Xcelerate’, program to be delivered through state-of-the-art Live Video Learning Technology

HCL Learning( a division of HCL Infosystems) along with Resonance ( a premier coaching institute for IIT-JEE & other Competitive Exams) brings in Live Video Learning for various competitive examinations leveraging the nationwide HCL Knowledge Network

HCL Infosystems, India’s premier hardware, services and ICT systems integration and Distribution Company announced its alliance with Resonance, a leading coaching institute for IIT-JEE, AIEEE and other entrance examinations, based out of Kota (Rajasthan). The new program ‘Xcelerate’ is a joint initiative between the two organisations. ‘Xcelerate’, from HCL and Resonance will offer innovative coaching for IIT-JEE, AIEEE, AIPMT, NTSE & Olympiads using state-of-the-art Live Video Learning Technology. The Live-video Classes will be taken by the expert faculty of Resonance at Kota from its state-of-the-art digital studios and delivered across the country into schools and HCL CDC centers.

Speaking on the launch, George Paul, Executive Vice-President, HCL Infosystems said, “The HCL-Resonance tie-up will open up new avenues of engagement for us and leverage our network of CDC centers across the country.Xcelerate will also provide us an opportunity to create long term value in the K-12 education segment and complement our existing Digischool offering. I feel privileged to announce our alliance with Resonance, a leader in training and coaching. Resonance prides itself in delivering one of the highest success rates in IIT-JEE, AIEEE, NTSE and Olympiad selections in the country.

R.K Verma, MD and CEO, Resonancesaid “We are very excited with the HCL-Resonance alliance and look forward to taking our innovative and effective ways of teaching students to all parts of the country with the help of this tie-up.

The program leverages the comprehensive course content of Resonance that has been developed and refined over many years. ‘Xcelerate’ also brings in key inputs from Resonance’s subject matter experts many of whom are themselves ex-IITians and leverages the tried, tested & trusted teaching methodology of the Kota system.

To encourage and motivate deserving students to join the Xcelerate program, HCL is planning a scholarship exam at its CDC centres across India. Based upon their performance in the exam, students can receive up to 100% Scholarship to the Xcelerate program.

About HCL Infosystems

HCL Infosystems Ltd, with revenue (LTM) of US $ 2.6 billion (Rs. 12,159 crores) is India’s premier hardware, services and ICT systems integration company offering a wide spectrum of ICT products that includes Computing, Storage, Networking, Security, Telecom, Imaging and Retail. HCL is a one-stop-shop for all the ICT requirements of an organization. India’s leading System Integration and Infrastructure Management Services Organization, HCL has specialized expertise across verticals including Telecom, BFSI, eGovernance & Power. HCL has India’s largest distribution and retail network, taking to market a range of Digital Lifestyle products in partnership with leading global ICT brands, including Apple, Cisco, Ericsson, Kingston, Kodak, Konica Minolta, Microsoft, Nokia, and many more.

HCL today has India’s largest vertically integrated computer manufacturing facility with over three decades of electronic manufacturing experience & HCL desktops is the largest selling brand into the enterprise space. With India’s largest ICT services network that reaches to every corner of India, HCL’s award winning Support Services makes it the preferred choice of enterprise and consumers alike. HCL Infosystems has a 100% subsidiary that addresses the physical security technology system integration market. The subsidiary leverages technology to build a security framework called ‘Safe State’ that safe guard’s life, infrastructure & society. For more information please visit us at www.hclinfosystems.in